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Hand Simulator

PC (Microsoft Windows), SteamVR • 2017

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Quick resume

There are many different levels where you can play with spinners, plunge into the subtleties of handling weapons, milk a cow, take part in a Mexican duel with your friends, have a good time fishing, play chess or simply chat in an anonymous club.

Global score

84/100

Genres

Simulator

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    Pros

    • Unique and challenging controls
    • Fun multiplayer experience
    • High replay value
    • Low price and good value
    • Strong social bonding potential

    Cons

    • Frustrating learning curve
    • Minor bugs and glitches
    • Limited singleplayer content
    • Some server and matchmaking issues
    • Basic graphics

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Story, Expression. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Cooperation, Fellowship.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      4

      "Players have full control over complex hand movements and actions, requiring personal skill and decision-making rather than following preset routines."

    • Competence
      5

      "High skill ceiling with challenging controls; players spend hours mastering difficult mechanics like loading guns and manipulating objects."

    • Competition
      3

      "Multiplayer duels and challenges against friends encourage comparison and competition, though casual play is also common."

    • Continuation
      4

      "Many players report long play sessions, habitual engagement, and repeated attempts to master mechanics despite frustration."

    • Cooperation
      3

      "Multiplayer modes and playing with friends are emphasized; cooperation and social interaction are common but not mandatory."

    • Creativity
      2

      "Players can experiment with different ways to manipulate objects and interact with environments, but within predefined game modes."

    • Domination
      -3

      "Interactions are mostly playful and humorous with little evidence of aggressive dominance or power imposition."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Players use the game as a humorous distraction and stress relief, with some reporting emotional support and escape from real-life difficulties."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily for fun and social reasons, with no indication of obligation or external pressure to play."

    • Experimenting
      4

      "Players frequently explore and experiment with the challenging controls and physics, trying new approaches to tasks."

    • Exploration
      1

      "Some exploration of different game modes and environments occurs, but the focus is more on mastering mechanics than discovering new areas."

    • Expression
      2

      "Customization of characters and humorous gestures (e.g., middle finger) allow some self-expression, though limited."

    • Fantasy
      1

      "The game features exaggerated and humorous physics but is grounded in simulating realistic hand movements rather than fantasy."

    • Fellowship
      4

      "Strong community and social play aspects; many reviews highlight bonding with friends and family through the game."

    • Growth
      4

      "Players develop fine motor skills and mastery over complex controls, reflecting learning and personal development."

    • Health
      -4

      "Sedentary gameplay with some reports of frustration and stress; no physical activity or health benefits noted."

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires focused attention and active engagement due to challenging controls and gameplay."

    • Intimacy
      3

      "Social interactions with friends and family foster closer relationships, though mostly casual and playful."

    • Leadership
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    • Progression
      2

      "Some progression through achievements and mastering skills, but no complex item accumulation or upgrades."

    • Relaxation
      -2

      "Gameplay is often frustrating and tense, though some players find moments of relaxation and catharsis."

    • Sensation
      3

      "Humorous and chaotic physics provide sensory stimulation and emotional fun."

    • Status
      1

      "Some recognition within the community and leaderboards, but not a major focus."

    • Story
      -5

      "No narrative or story elements; gameplay is context-free and focused on mechanics."

    • Strategy
      1

      "Some planning and problem solving in mastering controls, but largely trial-and-error and physical skill."

    • Thrill
      2

      "Some suspense and excitement in multiplayer duels and chaotic scenarios."

    • Value
      5

      "Players report excellent value for money with hours of entertainment at a low price."

    • Violence
      2

      "Includes shooting and self-harm humor, but violence is cartoonish and part of comedic gameplay."

    • Survival
      -3

      "No survival mechanics or threats; gameplay occurs in stable, low-risk environments."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026